luz 777 jogo A two-year-old boy from north London who was the youngest person to be treated for cancer with Nanoknife technology is now cancer-free. George, from Camden, was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS), a type of soft tissue cancer in his liver and bile duct, in the summer of 2023. “I will never forget that moment,” said his father Jonathan. “It felt like my entire world had collapsed.” After three rounds of chemotherapy, he was treated using Nanoknife technology at King’s College Hospital, which uses electrical current to destroy areas of cancer. Dr Sam Godfrey, science engagement lead at Cancer Research UK, described Nanoknife as a state of the art, experimental treatment. By using electrical currents it allows surgeons to get a better margin of clearance around a tumour so that the cancer can be removed. King’s College Hospital had to apply for a licence to use the Nanoknife and performed the operation on the NHS. George was the youngest person in the world to have the procedure and the first child in the UK to receive Nanoknife treatment to his liver, Cancer Research UK said. Dr Godfrey said George’s “cutting edge surgical treatment will inform the treatment of children around the world.” “The surgeons managed to remove all the tumour and had clear margins all the way around the removed section of his liver,” Jonathan said. “This was the news we’d been hoping and praying for. “From the day George was diagnosed, all we did was push and push to get him the treatment he needed. “We loved that the Nanoknife was something new and ground-breaking and we felt we had some input into making it happen.” After 18 months, George was cancer-free and started nursery school in September. George has been awarded the Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People Star Award for the courage he showed throughout his treatment. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.Elon Musk has backed allegations of wrongdoing in the death of Suchir Balaji, a 26-year-old tech researcher of Indian descent and ex-OpenAI worker. Poornima Ramarao, Balaji’s mother, has requested an FBI investigation, claiming that evidence disputes the San Francisco Police Department's determination of suicide. Who Is Poornima Ramarao?Poornima Ramarao is the mother of Suchir Balaji. Ramarao has asked for a federal inquiry into her son's death. Her concerns were backed by Musk, the owner of Tesla. He commented under Ramarao's post, "This doesn't seem like a suicide." Ramarao claimed there were inconsistencies in the case via a succession of public statements. She emphasized results from a personal autopsy and inquiry, asserting that Balaji’s apartment exhibited indications of a struggle. Writing on social media, Ramarao stated, “Suchir’s apartment was ransacked. There were blood spots in the bathroom. It looks like he was hit. This is a cold-blooded murder misclassified as suicide.” Ramarao further accused local authorities of interference, adding, “Lobbying in SF city doesn’t stop us from getting justice. We demand an FBI investigation.” Musk Joins the Chorus for AnswersBillionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk voiced his agreement, tweeting, “This doesn’t seem like a suicide.” His remark heightened public interest in the case and encouraged Ramarao to seek further assistance. As reported by The Times of India, Musk had earlier condemned the ethics of OpenAI, fueling speculation around Balaji’s demise. Ethical Concerns and Rising MomentumBalaji, a renowned figure in technology, had openly denounced AI practices in recent months. In October, he discussed with The New York Times, expressing worries about copyright infringements by major AI firms. His critiques positioned him at the center of a legal conflict, with the publication referencing him in a prominent copyright lawsuit against OpenAI. In August, Balaji stepped down from OpenAI, allegedly due to ethical disputes. His sudden passing, just days after he turned 26, has sparked demands for openness. Leading advocates for AI ethics are calling for enhanced safeguards for whistleblowers and independent inquiries into the matter. Police Stand By Suicide ConclusionBalaji was discovered deceased in his San Francisco apartment on November 26. Surveillance video revealed he was by himself in the hours before his passing. The San Francisco Police Department ruled the death a suicide, noting insufficient evidence to suggest foul play. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from US News, World and around the world.

Jimmy Carter was a presidential paradox – a son of the Deep South devoted to civil rights, a small businessman wary of his party’s labor union base, a devout Baptist abhorred by the rising religious right, a submarine officer who was reluctant to commit American forces in war and a ferocious campaigner who disdained the compromises of governing. He parked politics at the Oval Office door, believing he would be reelected if he did “the right thing,” freeing him to take on challenges other presidents shirked. Congress enacted 70% of his ambitious agenda , a record surpassed only slightly by the fabled President Lyndon Johnson. Carter, who died Sunday at age 100 at his home in Plains, Georgia, was our most accomplished one-term modern president, whose enduring achievements were eclipsed by inflation, Iran, inexperience and interparty warfare. The energy security America enjoys rests on the foundation of his three comprehensive energy bills , ending price controls on domestic production of oil and natural gas, focusing on conservation, and inaugurating the era of wind and solar energy. Average Americans benefited from the consumer advocates he placed in regulatory agencies, along with legislation that opened up transportation to competition, from trucking to railroads to airlines, making air travel affordable for the middle class and clearing the way for new carriers like Southwest Airlines and JetBlue Airways. He even removed Prohibition-era regulations that had blocked the rise of the local craft beer industry and began telecommunications deregulation that ushered in the cable era. Jimmy Carter's extraordinary life: Imperfect in office to consequential former president Jimmy Carter was a clean energy pioneer Carter was the greatest environmental president since Theodore Roosevelt, doubling the size of the national park system through the Alaska Lands Act. With typical attention to detail, he spread a map of Alaska on the Oval Office rug and on his hands and knees persuaded Alaska’s senior Republican senator to accept setting aside over 157 million acres for protection against development. In ethically challenged Washington, Carter's campaign pledges – “ I will never lie to you ” and seeking a government “ as good " as the American people – were translated into lasting reforms: the 1977 Foreign Corrupt Practices Act , prohibiting companies from paying bribes to foreign officials to get business; the 1978 Inspector General Act , creating independent inspectors general to root out fraud and abuse in federal agencies; and the 1978 Ethics in Government Act , requiring senior officials to disclose their assets, restrict gifts and limit post-employment lobbying, and authorizing the appointment of special prosecutors to investigate wrongdoing – the precursor to special counsel Robert Mueller and his Russia investigation during the Trump presidency. With Walter Mondale, Carter created the modern vice presidency, making his running mate a full partner in government with a West Wing office and access to all classified papers. He appointed more women and minorities to judgeships and senior posts than all the previous 38 presidents together, and he supported affirmative action , angering his conservative Southern base. Carter's domestic Achilles' heel was also his finest hour: tackling a decade of runaway inflation impervious to traditional remedies. Inflation was high during the Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford presidencies and rose further under Carter, with the oil shock and gas lines from the radical Iranian revolution. First lady Rosalynn Carter: From mental health to Camp David to the campaign trail, she made her mark He told us that every measure he tried had failed, and that even if it doomed his reelection he would choose Paul Volcker to chair the Federal Reserve, knowing full well it would mean tight money and sky-high interest rates that his advisers, including me, warned would be political poison. Carter never complained. Volcker’s prescription worked – not in time to earn him a second term, but it laid the foundation for the low inflation we enjoy today, even with the temporary spike from the pandemic recovery. Stronger America at home and abroad In foreign policy, Carter's most lasting success was the greatest feat of personal presidential diplomacy in American history. Deliberately isolated at Camp David for 13 agonizing days in September 1978 with the mutually distrustful Menachem Begin of Israel and Anwar Sadat of Egypt, Carter crafted more than 20 successive draft agreements seeking common ground. With all participants exhausted, Begin was ready to go home. Carter applied a personal touch by inscribing photographs of the three leaders to Begin’s eight grandchildren . The Israeli prime minister’s eyes teared, he relented and the rest is history: For more than four decades, the peace treaty Carter negotiated between Egypt and Israel has been central to Israel’s security and to America’s national interest. A lion at dusk: Jimmy Carter's greatest accomplishments have been in health and welfare Carter made human rights a central tenet and applied those principles to the Latin American dictatorships, creating a new era in hemispheric relations along with the Panama Canal Treaty. With the Soviet Union, he combined soft and hard power: championing human rights for Soviet Jews and others, increasing defense spending, greenlighting military modernization programs (that President Ronald Reagan later built upon) and taking a tough stand on the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan . It was confrontation with the Iranian revolution, a conundrum no president has resolved, that brought down Carter. He supported our ally, the shah of Iran, to the bitter end, and urged the shah's army to stand up to the Islamic regime that followed. Carter was the last holdout, and after he agreed to let the shah enter the United States for cancer treatment, radical students took American diplomats hostage in our Tehran embassy. Carter mistakenly promised their families he would put their safety first, giving the Iranians leverage, and refused to blockade Iran’s oil export ports. He holed himself up in the White House to concentrate on their release, keeping the humiliating story on television for 444 nights . The crowning blow was a bold but unsuccessful rescue mission doomed by too few helicopters, unexpected sandstorms, and the failure of our four military services to coordinate the complex mission. But as commander in chief, he took sole responsibility. David Jones, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the time, recounted to me in an interview for my book what Carter had told him: If the mission succeeded, it would be their success; if it failed, it would be on his shoulders. Carter’s enemies dismissed him as ineffectual, and former President Donald Trump called his accomplishments "peanuts," but they were wrong. Jimmy Carter does not deserve a place on Mount Rushmore with our greatest presidents, but he belongs in the foothills with others who strengthened our country and its place in the world. His vice president, Walter Mondale, put it succinctly in words now etched on the Carter Presidential Library : “We told the truth, we obeyed the law, we kept the peace.” Stuart E. Eizenstat was chief White House domestic policy adviser to President Jimmy Carter from 1977 to 1981 and held several senior positions in the Clinton administration from 1993 to 2001, including U.S. ambassador to the European Union, undersecretary of Commerce, undersecretary of State and deputy secretary of the Treasury. He is the author of " President Carter: The White House Years ."

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died. He was 100 years old and had spent more than a year in hospice care. The Georgia peanut farmer served one turbulent term in the White House before building a reputation as a global humanitarian and champion of democracy. He defeated President Gerald Ford in 1976 promising to restore trust in government but lost to Ronald Reagan four years later amid soaring inflation, gas station lines and the Iran hostage crisis. He and his wife, Rosalynn Carter, then formed The Carter Center, and he earned a Nobel Peace Prize while making himself the most active and internationally engaged of former presidents. The Carter Center said the former president died Sunday afternoon in Plains, Georgia.Bell Capital Cup debuts sledge hockey division for children with disabilitiesNEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday presented the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 17 children, recognizing their exceptional courage and outstanding achievements across diverse fields, including art, culture, sports and innovation. The President underlined the importance of nurturing and celebrating young talents. "Providing opportunities and recognizing children’s talents has always been a part of our tradition. This tradition should be further strengthened to ensure that every child realizes their full potential," she said. The award celebrates extraordinary accomplishments in seven categories: art and culture, bravery, innovation, science and technology, social service, sports and environment. The honourees -- seven boys and ten girls selected from 14 states and Union territories -- were presented with a medal, certificate and citation booklet. Among them was Keya Hatkar, a 14-year-old author and disability advocate, recognized for her excellence in art and culture. Despite living with spinal muscular atrophy, she founded initiatives like "IM POSSIBLE" and "SMA-ART," promoting inclusivity and disability awareness. President Murmu highlighted the importance of honouring such talents, saying, "The tradition of recognising and nurturing children's potential has always been part of our culture. Their contributions will lead India to the pinnacle of progress." She further emphasised the Ministry of Women and Child Development's role in sharing these stories of inspiration with the wider public. The President also paid homage to the unparalleled sacrifices of Guru Gobind Singh's sons, commemorated as 'Veer Bal Diwas' on December 26, saying, "Their sacrifices for faith and self-respect continue to inspire countless generations. On this day, the nation bows in reverence to their bravery and spirit." Among the other awardees was Ayaan Sajad, a 12-year-old Sufi singer from Kashmir, honoured for his soulful contributions to Kashmiri music, while 17-year-old Vyas Om Jignesh, who has cerebral palsy, was lauded for his dedication to Sanskrit literature, having memorised over 5,000 shlokas and performed in over 500 shows. In bravery, Saurav Kumar (9) was recognised for saving three girls from drowning, and 17-year-old Ioanna Thapa was honoured for rescuing 36 residents from a fire. "Examples of courage and patriotism in children strengthen the nation’s confidence in its future. Such acts are truly commendable," President Murmu remarked as she presented the award to the two children. In the innovation category, 15-year-old Sindhoora Raja was awarded for creating self-stabilizing devices for Parkinson's patients, and cybersecurity entrepreneur Risheek Kumar (17) was honoured for launching Kashmir's first cybersecurity firm. "Contributions to science, technology, and innovation by children like these show their unparalleled potential to transform lives," the President observed. Hembati Nag, a judo player from a Naxal-affected area was awarded in the sports category. She overcame numerous challenges to win a silver medal at the Khelo India National Games. Mentioning Nag's story, President Murmu said, "Hembati's resilience amidst adversity is an example of unmatched courage and determination." Chess prodigy Anish Sarkar, the youngest FIDE-ranked player at just three years old, was also honoured. The President envisioned a bright future for the awardees, adding, "In 2047, when we celebrate the centenary of our independence, these award winners will be enlightened citizens of the country. Such talented boys and girls will become the builders of a developed India, shaping its destiny through their talent and efforts." "May every child of this nation have a bright and prosperous future, for in their success lies the future of India," she said.

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BACK HOME The 13 Filipino surrogate mothers convicted of human trafficking in Cambodia arrive in Manila on Sunday morning, three days after a royal pardon. —Photo courtesy of the DOJ MANILA, Philippines — Filipino surrogate mothers convicted of human trafficking in Cambodia returned to Manila on Sunday, three days after they were pardoned by King Sihamoni. The Department of Justice (DOJ) said the 13 women, who brought along three babies, were turned over to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian said they would be provided “all forms of assistance.” The 13 were among the 20 Filipino women who were arrested in Kandal province in September for their involvement in surrogacy, which is illegal in Phnom Penh. They were found to be pregnant upon their arrest. The other seven, who were not pregnant, were not charged in court and instead sent back to the Philippines in October. On Dec. 2, a local court found the 13 women guilty of violating Cambodia’s laws on human trafficking and sexual exploitation. They were initially meted a prison sentence of 15 to 20 years. But the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (Iacat) led by the DOJ initiated a dialogue with Cambodia that led to the reduction of the women’s sentence to four years, with two years suspended. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) continued to intervene on the women’s behalf, which led to a royal pardon by King Sihamoni on Dec. 26. “The Philippine Government thanks the Royal Government of Cambodia, headed by Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Prime Minister Hun Manet, for the humanitarian treatment extended to the Filipino mothers throughout the investigative and judicial processes,” the DFA said in a statement on Sunday, adding that return home attested to the “long-standing friendly relations” between the Philippines and Cambodia. While the Philippine government has classified the 13 women as trafficking victims, there is no local law regulating or prohibiting surrogacy, creating a legal gray area that may lead to potential exploitation. Earlier this month, Iacat said the government was building cases to charge the recruiters responsible for trafficking the women. The Philippine Embassy in Cambodia said that, based on interviews, the victims were recruited online by an individual whose identity and nationality have yet to be determined. The 13 women also claimed they were unaware of the identities of their actual clients, as all transactions were handled through a third-party agency representative known only as “Ima.” Justice Undersecretary Nicholas Felix Ty, who heads Iacat, said in a previous interview that the women had voluntarily agreed to become surrogates. They were promised monthly aid during pregnancy and P500,000 each upon giving birth. Ty said that during the discussions with Cambodia about the babies, the Philippines also made known its position that the children would be considered Filipinos. “Under our law, it’s simple: the woman who gives birth to the child is the child’s mother, and her nationality will be followed,” he said. In 2016, Cambodia issued a ban on commercial surrogacy after neighboring Thailand pulled the plug on the trade the previous year, putting an abrupt end to a thriving industry for hopeful parents, many from Australia and the United States. But demand for commercial surrogacy remains high after China eased its one-child policy and agencies in Cambodia continue to offer the service. Subscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . Sources in Phnom Penh said that couples, mostly from China, were willing to pay from $40,000 (P2.3 million) to $100,000 (P5.8 million) to surrogacy agents to find a Cambodian woman to carry their child. —with reports from Dianne Sampang, Inquirer Research and Agence France-PresseSOPHIA, the world’s most advanced humanoid robot, has arrived at the University of Zimbabwe Diamond Centre, captivating an audience eager to glimpse at the future of artificial intelligence (AI). Known for her ability to engage in human-like conversations, Sophia is no stranger to Africa, having visited several countries on the continent, each with unique outcomes. Her stop in Zimbabwe is significant — it signals the country’s intent to position itself in the global tech landscape. But Sophia’s visit is more than a technological showcase; it challenges us to reflect on what AI means for Africa and the philosophies that underpin our relationship with machines. Sophia’s previous visits to Africa have left an indelible mark. In 2018, she toured Ethiopia, where she met government officials and technology students at the Artificial Intelligence Institute in Addis Ababa. There, she sparked conversations about Ethiopia’s tech sector and the country’s ambition to become a hub for AI innovation in Africa. She also visited Egypt, where she participated in the World Youth Forum, engaging in discussions about youth empowerment, technology and sustainable development. In each country, Sophia’s presence did more than draw crowds — it inspired actionable steps. Ethiopia launched AI-driven initiatives to improve agriculture and healthcare, while Egypt explored integrating AI into government services. Her visits highlight the importance of not merely marvelling at advanced technology but adopting it to address local challenges. The question now is whether Zimbabwe can follow this pattern and turn Sophia’s visit into a catalyst for change and progress. The choice of the University of Zimbabwe Diamond Centre as the venue for Sophia’s unveiling is symbolic. Zimbabwe’s diamond industry is a cornerstone of its economy but often criticised for limited local beneficiation and over-reliance on raw exports. Sophia’s presence invites us to imagine a different future — one where AI and robotics add value to natural resources, increasing transparency, efficiency and sustainability in industries like mining. Sophia herself embodies the potential of AI to enhance human capabilities. Could Zimbabwean innovators create AI systems tailored for local needs, such as robots that improve farming practices or AI-driven tools for urban planning? The opportunity is vast, but it requires more than ambition; it demands investment in education, infrastructure and innovation ecosystems. Sophia’s visit also raises key philosophical questions about our relationship with machines. The French philosopher René Descartes famously declared: “Cogito, ergo sum” (“I think, therefore I am”), distinguishing human beings from machines based on the ability to think. Sophia blurs this line. While she does not “think” in the human sense, her ability to mimic human conversation challenges our understanding of consciousness and intelligence. Sophia’s existence also brings to mind Aristotle’s concept of telos, or purpose. Aristotle believed everything in nature has a purpose that defines its essence. What, then, is the telos of robots like Sophia? Are they mere tools to serve humanity, or do they have a purpose beyond our utility? For Africa, these questions are not academic. As we integrate AI into our societies, we must decide how these technologies fit into our values and priorities. Will they deepen inequalities or empower communities? Will they replace human labour or augment it? The answers depend on the choices we make today. In a country like Zimbabwe, Sophia’s visit inevitably sparks concerns about the future of work. The answer lies in understanding AI as a tool for complementing, not replacing, human effort. Sophia could inspire innovations in health care, where AI-driven tools might support overstretched medical staff, or in education, where AI tutors could bridge gaps in rural schools. These technologies would not take jobs but create new roles requiring skills in programming, maintenance and AI ethics. However, these opportunities come with challenges. Africa must tackle issues of data privacy, algorithmic bias and the digital divide. If AI systems are designed elsewhere and imported wholesale, they risk perpetuating inequalities. Local development of AI systems, informed by African contexts and values, is critical. Sophia’s unveiling in Zimbabwe should not end as a fleeting spectacle. The enthusiasm it generates must translate into tangible actions. The Government, the private sector and academic institutions must collaborate to create an environment where innovation thrives. Countries like Ethiopia have shown that Sophia’s visit can be more than symbolic. Zimbabwe can draw lessons from these examples by investing in AI research and development, creating policies that foster tech start-ups and ensuring that technology serves the broader population. At the same time, Sophia’s visit is a moment for self-reflection. Zimbabwe and Africa as a whole must define their philosophy of technology. Are we content with being consumers of innovation, or do we aim to be creators? Are we building technologies that reflect our unique challenges and strengths, or are we importing solutions that may not fit our needs? Sophia’s visit to Zimbabwe is a reminder that the future is not something that happens to us; it is something we actively shape. Africa’s youthful population, abundant resources and growing tech hubs give it a unique advantage in the global AI race. But realising this potential requires moving from inspiration to action. Let us ensure that this moment is not just about celebrating Sophia but about empowering the next generation of Zimbabwean and African innovators. Sophia is a marvel of engineering, but the real marvel will be the day Zimbabwe unveils its own Sophia — a robot born of African ingenuity, solving African problems and embodying African values. The future is here. It is time for Africa to lead it.

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Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election earlier this month, securing another four-year term as the leader of the world’s most powerful country, has sent shockwaves across the globe and through various sectors on a magnitude and scope not seen in many years. Not only experts and scholars but also the general public, including small retail investors and office workers, have actively debated the changes Trump is likely to bring about when he takes office in two months and the effects of those changes on how we live, think and make decisions. While the full details and significance of these changes will only emerge after the Trump administration announces its policies, people have already begun to talk about the direction of such policy shifts on several subjects, based on remarks by him and by officials and organizations linked to him. Along with the likely imposition of high import tariffs on products made in China, Trump is also widely expected to make a drastic shift in the US administration’s policy approach to artificial intelligence innovation -- a shift whose implications are increasingly concerning to South Korea. Many in South Korea are worried because the Trump administration’s AI policy is expected to shift toward supporting US companies as part of his aim to counter China’s growth, potentially leading to a rapid widening of the already significant gap in competitiveness between US and South Korean industries. Trump vowed on the campaign trail to repeal President Joe Biden's Executive Order on AI, which established safety testing and transparency requirements for federal agencies and AI designers under the Defense Production Act. This means US companies will likely have more freedom to focus on technology development rather than on preparing measures against unrealized risks. While details of the US AI policy under a second Trump term, starting in late January 2025, remain unconfirmed, the Center for AI Policy recently predicted that he would likely “radically scale back” regulation and prioritize “promoting American competitiveness, particularly regarding China.” The Trump administration is also expected to pursue increased federal support for autonomous vehicle adoption. Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, the parent of Google, now provides 150,000 driverless taxi rides per week, up sharply from about 50,000 in May. This trend will likely continue, driving further AI technology development among the US industry. Experts in Seoul emphasize that President Yoon Suk Yeol’s government must expedite support measures to help local companies compete in a global race increasingly dominated by US and Chinese giants. They predict the Trump administration will take a more hands-off approach to AI regulation, tighten export restrictions not only on manufacturers in the US but those in other countries to limit China’s access to advanced AI chips, solidify the US lead in AI development, and allow more AI company acquisitions. Based on these projections, experts in Seoul believe international debates on AI governance, which have largely centered on the European Union AI Act’s principles until now, will shift toward compelling other nations to adjust their strategies toward alignment with the US administration’s approach. Of course, South Korea’s government has consistently distanced itself from the EU’s prescriptive restrictions based on pre-classified risk levels on the surface, opting instead for an approach that balances fostering innovation and devising regulatory measures against emerging risks. However, industry representatives and private-sector experts have called for implementation of a more comprehensive set of binding rules to accompany effective government support measures. Without these, both AI developers and users may struggle to promote the development and utilization of new AI systems. Although regulatory agencies like the Personal Information Protection Commission have issued guidelines on AI-related issues, South Korea has yet to enact a framework law on AI. For instance, while the AI Safety Institute is being established under the Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute, it remains constrained by the lack of binding legislation. In this context, the National Assembly’s Science, ICT, Broadcasting and Communications Committee’s upcoming vote on a unified law draft is a welcome step. South Korea was an early adopter in the global AI wave, building on its successful recovery from near sovereign bankruptcy in the late 1990s through massive investment in Internet-related industries. However, the government now faces challenges in expanding its role, as public opinion grows increasingly resistant to direct support for large corporations, and the nation’s dwindling tax revenue limits fiscal options. When presiding over the inaugural meeting of the Presidential Committee on AI in late September, President Yoon vowed to mobilize all available national resources to make South Korea a global AI leader after the US and China. Yet, he has resisted calls for increased fiscal support, adhering to the conflicting goal of curbing budget growth. Yoo Sang-im, Minister of Science and ICT, recently admitted during a parliamentary session that South Korea risks falling behind in the global AI race, as competing nations such as France have significantly outpaced its cautious approach with robust investment. But time waits for no one. Under Trump’s presidency, the competition is likely to evolve into a nation-to-nation dynamic rather than one between companies, highlighting the urgency for South Korea’s government to reassess its strategy of pledging support while avoiding substantial financial backing. Yoo Choon-sik Yoo Choon-sik worked for nearly 30 years at Reuters, including as the chief Korea economics correspondent, and briefly worked as a business strategy consultant. The views expressed here are the writer’s own. -- Ed.

Mohamed Salah has reached a century of Premier League goals at Anfield - becoming the eighth Premier League player to score 100 times at a home stadium. The Liverpool star curled home in the 82nd minute to put his side 3-1 up against Leicester on Thursday night - which has also seen him create Boxing Day history. No player in the top flight has now been involved in more goals than the Egyptian's seven on December 26. Salah boasts three goals and four assists from his six outings on the festive holiday. He had been level with Raheem Sterling and Heung-min Son, but now holds the record outright. And his latest goal on Boxing Day has also seen him join an exclusive club having found the back of the net on 100 occasions in the Premier League at Anfield. The 32-year-old has become just the eighth player to record the feat - joining Thierry Henry, Harry Kane, Sergio Aguero, Alan Shearer, Wayne Rooney, Andy Cole and Robbie Fowler in doing so. Salah has taken just 142 games to achieve the landmark milestone - doing so in the fourth-quickest time. Shearer currently holds the record having scored 100 home goals in 91 fixtures. Arsenal legend Henry is second having reached a century in 113 matches, with Aguero third after doing so in 125 games. Salah has enjoyed a stunning season so far in what could be his last campaign with his contract to expire next summer. It was only last weekend at Tottenham which saw Salah create Premier League history by becoming the first player to reach double figures for goals and assists before Christmas. He now boasts a whopping 19 goals and 15 assists from 25 games in all competitions this term. The ex-Chelsea winger is just five goals shy of equalling his tally of 39 goal involvements from last campaign. Salah went into Liverpool's clash with a below-par record against Leicester - who he failed to score against on Boxing Day in 2019. In his previous nine league meetings with the Foxes, he had been on the score sheet just once. While he hadn't scored in the most recent four encounters with the Midlands side. But his goal on Boxing Day could be his most important against Ruud van Nistelrooy's men as he gave his side a two-goal cushion with Liverpool coming back from behind. More to follow...

Regarding that trip, he set out his aspirations in his diary entry on the day of Mrs Carter's departure on May 30, 1977: “My hope and expectation are that her conversations will both convince the people of these countries of our interest and friendship and also provide the leaders with an avenue directly to me for their problems, opportunities and requests from our own government.” He later sought and received Jamaica's support at the United Nations in a vote on Iran sanctions in 1919. Then, in 1997, the former President led the first international observer mission overseeing an election in Jamaica, held on December 18 that year. In a recorded message to the Jamaican people, five days before the polls, he extolled the virtues of the country's democratic traditions, but noted that it had been marred in recent times by political violence. The aim of his oberver mission therefore was to support the efforts of local organizations such as the then recently formed Citizens' Action for Free & Fair Elections [CAFFE] along with the political parties, "to contribute and build on this climate of peace." "You, Jamaicans, will determine who will win the election. We are impartial, with regard to the outcome of the election. Our only hope is that we will contribute to a fair, open and free process," he stressed.

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